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Resident Evil Movie Reboot Details Emerge as Pre-Production Advances

Director Zach Cregger confirms a September 2026 release date and shares a survival-horror vision faithful to the game series.

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Overview

  • The Resident Evil movie reboot, directed by Zach Cregger, is set to release on September 18, 2026, with filming scheduled to begin in summer 2025.
  • Cregger's vision emphasizes survival-horror elements, following a single protagonist navigating a tense, isolated journey from 'point A to point B.'
  • Austin Abrams is expected to play the lead role, with Mikey Madison reportedly in talks for an unspecified part.
  • The plot may involve a courier delivering a mysterious package to an abandoned hospital, incorporating wilderness survival themes, though this remains unconfirmed.
  • Sony retained the rights to the $1.2 billion-grossing Resident Evil film franchise, signaling a commitment to revitalizing the series with a fresh and faithful approach.